1962 Toyota Publica vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Toyota Publica | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
